Places To See in Delhi | Attractions of Delhi

New Delhi, capital of India is not an ordinary city. It is a combination of modernity and tradition and is also renowned as a city of love. There are so many places to see in Delhi that tourist of every age group can have a gala time here.

A city will be a lovely place to visit for every age group as it has it all. Monuments on one hand and world-class buildings, airport, and metro on the other. You can’t miss the street food the capital offers as it is also famous for its taste so read for sure best street food places in Delhi. Your friend from a different country or city visiting you and you are wondering to show him nightlife in Delhi? Then read places to eat in Delhi after midnight.

Planning a trip to Delhi? Here are the places to see in Delhi.

1. The grand ‘Red Fort’ of India.

Places To See in Delhi | Attractions of Delhi

The Red Fort has a very prominent role in Indian history as was the residence of Mughal Emperors from 1648 onwards. You have to walk a lot to mesmerize the beauty it holds so be prepared.

The nearest metro station is Chandni Chowk of Yellow Line

Pro Tip – You can shop all day long but make sure you are back for the awesome light show at 6 pm.

Ticket price for entry is Rs 60 on weekdays and Rs 80 on weekends.

Ticket price forthe Light show is Rs 20 on weekdays and Rs 30 on weekends.

2. LOTUS TEMPLE

Places To See in Delhi | Attractions of Delhi

Next on the list is Lotus Temple, it has a unique architecture and was build in the year 1986. It is a peaceful and beautiful place to enjoy with your family and friends.

The nearest metro station is Nehru Place of Violet Line

Entry fee: Free

Last entry to the temple in the winters is 5 pm.

3. The glorious ‘India Gate’ of India

India Gate was built in the year 1931 as a memorial for martyrs of World War I and war in Afghanistan. You will really have a fun time here if visiting with squad or family and try visiting in the evening. It is full of locals in beautiful weather as is a picnic spot for many.

Entry fee: Free

Opening hours: Always open

The nearest metro station is Central Secretariat on Yellow line

4. Rashtrapati Bhawan

Places To See in Delhi

The Rashtrapati Bhawan is the official allocated home of the president of India. It is a great piece of English architecture and is very well maintained.

Entry timings of Rashtrapathi Bhavan: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily but the prior appointment is needed for the same.

5. Akshardham Temple

Akshardham temple is a temple of Swami Narayan and other Hindu gods. Though the temple is usually crowded as many people come to enjoy the beautiful architecture, exhibitions, and musical fountain. Still, everything here is well maintained, clean, well functioned, and is always as per the time schedule.

Entry fee to Complex is completely free but for exhibitions and a musical fountain, tickets are available at reasonable cost.

The nearest metro station is Akshardham Metro station.

6. The holy ‘Bangla Sahib Gurudwara’

Places To See in Delhi

Bangla Sahib Gurudwara is one of the famous and important Sikh gurudwara as known to be associated with the 8th Sikh guru. The place is very divine, peaceful and well maintained

Entry Fee: Free

Opening hours: 24*7 Everyday

The nearest metro stations are Patel Chowk in yellow line and Shivaji Stadium station in Delhi airport line

Monuments to visit in Delhi:

Red Fort

Jama Masjid

India Gate

Lodi Tomb

Qutub Minar

Humayun’s Tomb

Jantar Mantar

Places to go with Family:

Lotus Temple

Bangla Sahib Gurudwara

Lodi Gardens

Nehru Planetarium

Hauz Khas

Garden of Five senses

Akshardham temple

Shopping Places to see in Delhi

Connaught Place

Khan market

Palika Bazaar

Sarojini Nagar

Chandni Chowk

Countless number of malls

We have tried to cover all the major places that you can see during your visit to Delhi. There is so much to see in Delhi that you can’t cover them all in the single visit. I bet even if you are Delhite still you haven’t discovered the capital fully.